Cancel the current cell entry
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Excel Cell Editing Shortcuts
Esc
Esc
How to Use This Shortcut
Keyboard Shortcut
Esc
Instructions
1. While editing a cell
2. Press Esc
3. Cancel the current entry and revert changes
2. Press Esc
3. Cancel the current entry and revert changes
Keyboard Shortcut
Esc
Instructions
1. While editing a cell
2. Press Esc
3. Exits edit mode without saving changes
2. Press Esc
3. Exits edit mode without saving changes
💡 Pro Tip: Use Esc to quickly exit unintended edits or cancel mistakes.
Quick Actions
More Excel Cell Editing Shortcuts
Alt + ENTER
SHIFT + →